Brig. Gen. Francis Hendricks

The Alumni Citation Award, established in 1969, recognizes contributions to society through professional, civic and philanthropic work and leadership activities. While a dean’s list student at Mansfield, Hendricks was a Resident Assistant and was involved in numerous campus organizations. He served as president of the Student Government Association and was named the Greek Man of the Year for Lambda Chi Alpha in 1979. He graduated in 1979 as a double major, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration and in Political Science.
Hendricks went on to earn his MS in Systems Management from the University of Southern California in 1984, as well as a MS equivalent from the Air Command and Staff College in 1992 and a MS in National Security Strategy from Air War College in 2000. Upon graduating from Mansfield, Hendricks followed in his father’s footsteps by joining the military and was competitively selected into the US Air Force. He served in the Pacific, Europe and numerous stateside assignments, including three assignments at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. Hendricks was hand-picked by the Secretary of the Air Force to lead a study that serves as a road map for the operational, organizational and technological design of future Air Force Bases. He has commanded at every level, including Installation Commander for the U.S. Department of Defense’s largest military installation, Eglin Air Force Base, located in Florida.
Hendricks is currently serving as the Deputy Commanding General for the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, providing for the needs of 11.6 million authorized patrons. He is responsible for 45,000 associates and 3,100 stores in 30 different countries, across 5 U.S. territories and 49 states.
Hendricks participates in community service activities and has coached youth sports for over 15 years, giving his free time to his local school district and participating in community service activities. In 2000 he was the recipient of the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, signifying his commitment to community service and youth activities.
He has received numerous awards for his service and leadership, including the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal. Hendricks has instituted key programs to assist in the rehabilitation of wounded soldiers returning from Afghanistan and Iraq. He holds the rank of Brigadier General and has been on active duty since April of 1980, with over 29 years of service defending the United States of America.
Hendricks and his wife, Connie, have two children, Andrew and Stephanie, and reside in Fairfax Station, Virginia.

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